When is the best time to book a flight to Zanzibar?

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Zanzibar. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar?

Most people fly into Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) if they book a flight to Zanzibar. Zanzibar Intl is conveniently located just 4.4 mi from Zanzibar’s city center.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar?

April is currently the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar . At this moment in time July is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

Can I find cheaper flights to Zanzibar if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Zanzibar on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Zanzibar?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Kenya Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Zanzibar.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Zanzibar?

Zanzibar Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Zanzibar. One-way flights to Zanzibar Intl typically cost £20, while return flights cost around £38.

How much is a return flight to Zanzibar?

A return flight to Zanzibar will typically cost around £60, however they can be found for as little as £51.

Where does the fastest flight to Zanzibar depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Zanzibar, Leeds/Bradford offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 30 minutes).

Does Zanzibar Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Zanzibar Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Zanzibar Intl?

Yes. Zanzibar Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Salaam Letting (4 Bedroom, Zanzibar Hous is the closest property to Zanzibar Intl (0.0 mi away from Zanzibar Intl).

When is the cheapest time to fly to Zanzibar?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Zanzibar should consider flying on Tuesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Zanzibar?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Zanzibar are Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines.

How long is the flight to Zanzibar?

On average, a flight from London to Zanzibar takes 13 hours 51 minutes. Flights to Zanzibar from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Zanzibar?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Zanzibar are Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and Air France.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 20.0 - 320.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 320.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Zanzibar when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zanzibar, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

When is the best time to fly to Zanzibar?

There is generally no bad time to visit Zanzibar as the weather here is generally warm. Dry season lasts from June to October but it is also the coldest time. March till May see the most humid season when temperatures are high but so are the downpours.

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Tue 16/917:35LHR - ZNZ

1 stop25h 00mAir France

Sat 20/922:10ZNZ - LHR

2 stops35h 50mAir France

Deal found 11/9£594

Thu 25/908:05LHR - ZNZ

1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines

Thu 2/1022:00ZNZ - LHR

2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£595

Thu 18/905:20LGW - ZNZ

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Fri 26/904:30ZNZ - LGW

1 stop34h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/9£598

Mon 15/921:00LHR - ZNZ

1 stop13h 55mEthiopian Air

Mon 22/904:20ZNZ - LHR

1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 10/9£599

Thu 25/912:50LGW - ZNZ

1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines

Thu 2/1007:55ZNZ - LGW

2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£601

Mon 29/911:25LGW - ZNZ

1 stop14h 50mKenya Airways

Wed 8/1004:55ZNZ - LGW

1 stop28h 00mKenya Airways

Deal found 9/9£604

Mon 29/911:25LGW - ZNZ

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Wed 8/1004:55ZNZ - LGW

1 stop28h 00mKenya Airways

Deal found 10/9£606

Thu 2/1009:40LHR - ZNZ

2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines

Thu 16/1018:05ZNZ - LHR

2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9£607

Thu 2/1009:40LHR - ZNZ

2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/1018:05ZNZ - LHR

2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£608

Thu 25/914:45LHR - ZNZ

1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sun 5/1022:40ZNZ - LHR

2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9£609

Mon 29/911:25LGW - ZNZ

2 stops14h 50mKenya Airways

Wed 8/1010:10ZNZ - LGW

1 stop22h 45mKenya Airways

Deal found 9/9£609

Sun 14/910:10LGW - ZNZ

1 stop15h 20mEthiopian Air

Sun 21/912:05ZNZ - LGW

1 stop20h 15mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/9£610

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Mon 13/1021:00LHR - ZNZ

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Mon 20/1004:20ZNZ - LHR

1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/9£615

Mon 3/1114:55LTN - ZNZ

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Tue 11/1108:50ZNZ - LTN

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Deal found 11/9£629

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Thu 5/222:00ZNZ - LCY

2 stops14h 30mKLM

Deal found 10/9£666

Tue 9/1206:25LGW - ZNZ

1 stop17h 40mTurkish Airlines

Tue 23/1204:05ZNZ - LGW

2 stops32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/9£682

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Wed 4/218:40ZNZ - LHR

1 stop14h 40mRwandAir

Deal found 10/9£690

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Deal found 9/9£742

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Deal found 10/9£796

Sun 5/1010:10LGW - ZNZ

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Sun 12/1012:05ZNZ - LGW

1 stop20h 15mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/9£651

Thu 9/1015:05LTN - ZNZ

1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines

Wed 15/1002:55ZNZ - LTN

2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9£661

Thu 20/1111:30LHR - ZNZ

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Mon 1/1205:30ZNZ - LHR

1 stop19h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/9£683

Sun 25/120:30LHR - ZNZ

1 stop13h 40mRwandAir

Mon 9/218:40ZNZ - LHR

1 stop14h 40mRwandAir

Deal found 10/9£690

Sun 12/1010:10LGW - ZNZ

2 stops15h 20mEthiopian Air

Sun 19/1012:05ZNZ - LGW

1 stop20h 15mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/9£651

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Sun 14/910:10LGW - ZNZ

1 stop15h 20mEthiopian Air

Sun 21/912:05ZNZ - LGW

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Deal found 9/9£610

Sun 14/910:10LGW - ZNZ

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Deal found 9/9£613

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Sat 20/922:10ZNZ - LHR

2 stops35h 50mAir France

Deal found 11/9£594

Thu 18/905:20LGW - ZNZ

1 stop20h 10mTurkish Airlines

Fri 26/904:30ZNZ - LGW

1 stop34h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/9£598

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1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines

Fri 26/920:40ZNZ - LGW

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Deal found 10/9£616

Mon 22/911:25LGW - ZNZ

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Wed 8/1004:55ZNZ - LGW

1 stop28h 00mKenya Airways

Deal found 9/9£617

Thu 25/912:50LGW - ZNZ

1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines

Thu 2/1007:55ZNZ - LGW

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Deal found 11/9£601

Thu 25/919:30STN - ZNZ

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Deal found 10/9£619

Mon 29/911:25LGW - ZNZ

1 stop14h 50mKenya Airways

Wed 8/1004:55ZNZ - LGW

1 stop28h 00mKenya Airways

Deal found 9/9£604

Mon 29/911:25LGW - ZNZ

1 stop14h 50mKenya Airways

Wed 8/1004:55ZNZ - LGW

1 stop28h 00mKenya Airways

Deal found 10/9£606

Mon 29/911:25LGW - ZNZ

2 stops14h 50mKenya Airways

Wed 8/1010:10ZNZ - LGW

1 stop22h 45mKenya Airways

Deal found 9/9£609

Thu 30/1010:05LGW - ZNZ

1 stop14h 00mTurkish Airlines

Tue 11/1104:05ZNZ - LGW

2 stops21h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 10/9£622

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Wed 7/108:05LGW - ZNZ

2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£273

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Deal found 11/9£276

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Deal found 9/9£279

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1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£285

Tue 14/1012:15STN - ZNZ

2 stops23h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9£289

Tue 14/1021:50LGW - ZNZ

3 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9£296

Mon 6/1021:50LGW - ZNZ

3 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£298

Wed 15/1021:50LGW - ZNZ

3 stops42h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£307

Mon 6/1006:25STN - ZNZ

2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£307

Mon 10/1113:25LTN - ZNZ

1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9£309

Mon 6/1018:35STN - ZNZ

3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£310

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